Explore Highclere Castle, Filming Location of Downton Abbey
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Week 284 - Sep 8 - Sep 14 , 2025

In celebration of Viking being a proud partner of Focus Features’ new film, Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, we journey to England’s countryside to experience the grandeur of Highclere Castle, best known as the iconic setting of the beloved television and film franchise—and home of the 8th Earl and Countess of Carnarvon. Join them as they share the estate’s rich history, guide you through its drawing rooms and gardens and attend a gin masterclass with Highclere’s head butler, Luis Coelho, who demonstrates how to craft cocktails using the award-winning Highclere Castle Gin. We also share how you can join us on a pre or post land extension at Highclere to experience the castle’s elegance firsthand on a Privileged Access excursion—available exclusively to Viking guests. 

 

In celebration of Viking being a proud partner of Focus Features’ new film, Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, we journey to England’s countryside to experience the grandeur of Highclere Castle, best known as the iconic setting of the beloved television and film franchise—and home of the 8th Earl and Countess of Carnarvon. Join them as they share the estate’s rich history, guide you through its drawing rooms and gardens and attend a gin masterclass with Highclere’s head butler, Luis Coelho, who demonstrates how to craft cocktails using the award-winning Highclere Castle Gin. We also share how you can join us on a pre or post land extension at Highclere to experience the castle’s elegance firsthand on a Privileged Access excursion—available exclusively to Viking guests. 

 

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